October 2024: Current State of the Express Entry Pool

After a busy summer, with numerous Express Entry draws in July and August, September brought a slowdown. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held fewer draws during the month, focusing on candidates already in Canada and those with strong French language skills.

September Express Entry Draws Recap

In September, IRCC conducted three Express Entry draws, issuing nearly 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency:

The last three months saw a consistent focus on draws for PNP, CEC, and French-speaking candidates. This reflects Canada's immigration goals, with IRCC prioritizing those already living in the country and encouraging Francophone immigration outside Quebec.

However, September saw fewer ITAs compared to the summer months:

CRS Score Distribution in the Express Entry Pool

As of September 19, 2024, the breakdown of Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores in the Express Entry pool is as follows:

Ranking by CRS Scores

To give a clearer picture of how certain CRS scores rank in the overall Express Entry pool, we’ve calculated the percentile score for each range:

This data shows the current distribution of scores in the Express Entry pool and helps candidates assess their competitiveness within the system. September’s draws reflected a continued focus on specific immigration streams, leaving many to wonder what to expect in the coming months as Canada continues to manage its immigration targets.